In this first episode of Included Not Excluded, BeyondAutism CEO Tracie Coultas-Pitman is joined by education leader Professor Toby Salt and parent Nikkie. Together, they explore the realities families face in navigating support for autistic children, the barriers within the SEND system, and what true inclusion should look like. With insights from lived experience and decades of professional leadership, the episode highlights both the challenges and opportunities for change.
Welcome to Included Not Excluded, the podcast from BeyondAutism exploring the challenges, successes, and strategies shaping autism education today.
In this episode:
Nikkie-Chekita Jordan, a parent of an autistic child, shares her family’s journey and the challenges of accessing the right support.
Professor Toby Salt, an experienced leader in education, reflects on systemic barriers and how schools and services can respond.
Tracie Coultas-Pitman, BeyondAutism CEO, hosts the conversation and considers what these experiences mean for families, educators, and professionals.
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